EMPLOYEE PERFORMANCE IMPROVEMENT PLAN (PIP) TEMPLATE
Parties
THIS EMPLOYEE PERFORMANCE IMPROVEMENT PLAN ("Plan") is made on [Date],
BETWEEN:
Employer: [Employer Name], with its principal place of business at [Employer Address],
AND
Employee: [Employee Name], residing at [Employee Address].
Background
WHEREAS, the Employer has identified certain areas where the Employee’s job performance does not meet expectations;
AND WHEREAS, the Employer wishes to provide the Employee with an opportunity to improve performance through a structured plan;
NOW, THEREFORE, the parties agree as follows:
1. Purpose
The purpose of this Plan is to outline specific areas of concern regarding the Employee’s performance, set clear expectations for improvement, and provide support and resources to help the Employee succeed in their role.
2. Position and Department
- Employee Position: [Job Title]
- Department: [Department Name]
- Supervisor/Manager: [Supervisor Name]
3. Areas of Concern
The following areas have been identified as requiring improvement:
- [Description of Concern #1]
- [Description of Concern #2]
- [Description of Concern #3] (Add or remove items as needed)
4. Performance Expectations
The Employee is expected to achieve the following measurable goals and standards:
- [Performance Expectation #1]
- [Performance Expectation #2]
- [Performance Expectation #3] (Add or remove items as needed)
5. Support and Resources
The Employer will provide the following support and resources to assist the Employee:
- [Support/Resource #1] (e.g., training, mentoring, regular feedback)
- [Support/Resource #2]
- [Support/Resource #3]
6. Timeline
- Plan Start Date: [Start Date]
- Plan End Date: [End Date]
- Duration of Plan: [Number of Weeks/Months]
- Check-ins/Review Dates: [List of Review Dates]
7. Monitoring and Feedback
- The Employee’s performance will be reviewed on [Frequency of Reviews] (e.g., weekly, bi-weekly).
- Feedback will be provided by [Supervisor Name] during each review session.
- Documentation of progress will be maintained and shared with the Employee.
8. Consequences of Non-Improvement
If the Employee does not meet the expectations outlined in this Plan by the end of the specified period, the following actions may be taken:
- [Potential Consequence #1] (e.g., further disciplinary action, reassignment, termination)
- [Potential Consequence #2]
9. Acknowledgment
By signing below, the parties acknowledge that they have discussed this Plan, understand its contents, and agree to the terms set forth herein.
10. Governing Law
This Plan shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of [Governing Law State/Country].
11. Disclaimer
This document is a template and may not be suitable for all situations. The parties should consult with legal counsel before signing this agreement.
Signatures
Employer Representative:
Name: [Employer Representative Name]
Title: [Employer Representative Title]
Signature: ___________________________
Date: _______________________________
Employee:
Name: [Employee Name]
Signature: ___________________________
Date: _______________________________
Witness (optional):
Name: [Witness Name]
Signature: ___________________________
Date: _______________________________
